Gary Drayton: “I’m Exposing Every Oak Island lie They Told You”

Like this, not this big and not this shape. It’s not like anything you’ve ever seen before. L, correct? No, it’s incredible. Some of the artifacts that we found, the designation of this site has changed, right? Lar, yeah, this is what we call a designated special place here. I am, and I intend to give back to this AB that I love so much. Metal detecting has been so good to me, and I want everyone out there in metal detecting land to experience the thrill of holding that find of a lifetime, because believe me, it will come eventually.

G. Drayton has just dropped a bombshell. He claims the Oak Island Story we’ve been told is full of lies. For years we’ve watched the promise of treasure and history unravel on TV. Gary says he’s exposing everything, and it could change how we see the entire island. Are the famous tunnels and traps as real as they say, or is the truth something completely different? Tune in as we uncover what he’s revealed and how it will change the show for the rest of the seasons.

The hidden clues Gary brought to light

Remember when Gary joined the crew back in Season 5? That’s when things really took off—or at least, that’s how they sold it to us. Suddenly there were ancient tunnels, supposed royal treasures linked to King Charles II, and hints that the infamous Money Pit was almost within reach. But for every inch of progress, there’s been a mile of questions. Why were these seemingly random finds? Why did the tunnels look old but not that old? More importantly, why did every major find end with a cliffhanger? It’s like they’re playing games with us—always leaving just enough crumbs to keep us watching but never enough to make us full.

Before we delve into this, it’s clear that what Gary is about to reveal goes far beyond what anyone expected. This won’t be the only truth that will shock you. Gary’s an expert with his metal detector. That much is clear. Every time he waves that thing around, it’s like magic. He finds iron spikes, old coins, and even a button from the 1700s. But let’s not be naive—the real question is why are these pieces there at all? Are they just leftovers from old-time treasure hunters, or are they part of a bigger orchestrated hoax to keep the show’s viewers hooked? After all, if you’re searching an island for treasure and you find a random railroad spike, shouldn’t that just make you pause and think about how many people have already tried and failed to crack this case? It feels a bit like they’re throwing scraps to make us think we’re on to something.

And what about this Money Pit? Is it possible that it’s very near the original Money Pit? We have to look deep. Everyone talks like it’s the Holy Grail of buried treasures, but let’s look at the facts. Since 1795, people have been trying to get to the bottom of it. Hundreds of years, millions of dollars spent, and dozens of teams trying their best. And what do we have to show for it? Traps, tunnels, and lots of water. Every time they think they’re getting somewhere, something happens. The pit floods, a shaft collapses, or they’re blocked by bedrock. Almost as if the island itself is fighting back, protecting whatever things it might have. But after so many failed attempts, isn’t it possible that there’s just nothing down there? Maybe the real treasure is the thrill of the hunt and the money made off people hoping to see it found.

Let’s not forget the drama that’s unfolded with these supposed finds. Coins linked to King Charles II, a stone path leading somewhere strange—all these things feel so conveniently placed, almost like they’re part of a script. Something designed to keep us glued to the screen. Sure, the finds are interesting, but what if they’re planted? Or worse, not that important. Gary’s finds, like that glowing chest we never got to see opened, always seem to lead to more questions. We are always on the verge of uncovering something groundbreaking, but we never quite do. It’s frustrating, right? It’s almost like they want us to be in suspense forever, to keep us watching without ever giving us a real conclusion.

And what about the old-timers who first dug on Oak Island? In just a few short weeks, Rick and Marty Lagina, along with their team, will be back for the mind-blowing Season 11 premiere of The Curse of Oak Island. The kids who found that dip in 1795, the Inlo company who tried in 1803, and even President Franklin Roosevelt—everyone’s tried to solve this question. They’ve used steam power drills, pumped out water, and dug until they’re blue in the face, only to be met by more water or a cave-in. Why would anyone go to so much trouble to keep people from finding what’s in the pit, unless of course, there’s nothing there at all?

Could it be that the so-called traps and flood tunnels are just a coincidence? Maybe it’s nature playing tricks on everyone, making them believe they’re getting closer when they’re actually chasing a ghost. The truth is, Oak Island is as much a story about failure as it is about adventure. For every hopeful treasure hunter who arrives on the island, there’s another who leaves disappointed and empty-handed. Yet somehow, that hasn’t stopped anyone from trying. The Lagina brothers, with all their resources, are still at it, finding old wood, bits of parchment, and even human bones. It’s impressive, sure, but it’s not exactly a treasure chest full of gold. And every time they get close, it feels like the island just finds a new way to shut them down.

Is it cursed? Maybe. Or maybe it’s just one big trap designed to keep people digging forever, never finding the actual treasure they’ve been promised. I was looking for proof—show me the proof. Okay, here’s the coin, here’s the proof. Okay, I just have one question… yeah, yeah. It can feel this coming. Gary Ron’s finds are no different. He uncovers coins, old buttons, and iron spikes—each one’s sparking excitement, but ultimately leading nowhere. It makes you wonder if the island’s treasures are real or if it’s just a game that’s been played for centuries.

Even with modern technology and a huge budget, the team is stuck where everyone else has been—trying to piece together a story that’s half-written and full of missing pages. Are they getting close, or are they just digging a deeper hole? The truth is elusive, and the deeper they go, the murkier it gets. And maybe, just maybe, that’s the point. To keep the question alive, to keep us guessing, and to make sure that Oak Island remains just out of reach. Every dig brings something new, making it feel like the biggest discovery might still be buried somewhere below.